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2016 Cadillac SRX Body and structure Problems

Complaints
3about this part
Share
2%of 169 total for the year
Median mileage
40,500miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the body and structure of the 2016 Cadillac SRX, 2% of the 169 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,500 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“I asked the dealer if the vehicle we were contemplating buying had any accidents.dealer showed me a carfax that did not reflect any accidents and stated as such. Upon going in to trade my vehicle this weekend I was made aware the vehicle has been in three accidents with structural damage and the vehicle is significantly less than paid. I specifically asked the dealer for the carfax. The structural damage accident happened less than 30 days before selling to me and had not been reflected on the carfax yet the dealer knew. …”

NHTSA complaint #11349856, filed 2020-08, 60,000 miles

“Vehicle Body Exterior Paint Coating Peeling I am reporting widespread paint delamination/clear coat failure on my 2016 Cadillac SRX. The paint began peeling and flaking across multiple panels including the hood, roof, and additional body panels. The vehicle has been well maintained and has never been in an accident. A Cadillac dealership inspected the vehicle in February 2026, photographed the damage, and confirmed paint delamination affecting multiple panels. A case was opened with Cadillac/General Motors Customer Assistance and escalated to the Executive Office. …”

NHTSA complaint #11737967, filed 2026-05

“The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, she could not see out of the rear window. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that condensation had accumulated on the inside of the rear window. The contact also discovered that he was unable to open the rear hatch from the outside and had to use a screwdriver to open the hatch. Once opened, he discovered that the spare tire and rear side compartments were all filled with water. The rear hatch module was also submerged in water which led to the hatch failure. …”

NHTSA complaint #11492720, filed 2022-11, 21,000 miles

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Body and structure: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
201632%
201572%
201451%
201392%
2012195%
2011266%
2010245%
200914%
2008613%
2007510%
200623%
200543%
2004115%

Other parts of the 2016 Cadillac SRX

Exterior lighting
98 complaints
Other or unknown
23 complaints
Suspension
16 complaints
Electrical system
15 complaints
Air bags
8 complaints
Brakes
7 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
5 complaints
Engine
4 complaints
Electronic stability control
3 complaints
Seat belts
3 complaints
Steering
3 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2016 Cadillac SRX

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology